Bitcoin and blockchain technology enthusiasts were keen on the idea of bringing Roger Ver to the stage of Blockfin Asia 2016. As the first conference of its kind in Vietnam, BlockFin Asia showcases opportunities in Fintech and Blockchain technology in the country and region. On a different note, Roger Ver — a serial entrepreneur and early bitcoin adopter whose evangelism for the digital currency has earned him the nickname Bitcoin Jesus— is one of the most popular Bitcoin celebrities worldwide. He has been largely renowned for early investment in the leading bitcoin exchange Kraken, first fully licensed bitcoin exchange Bitpay and his relentless effort of promoting Bitcoin to the world’s larger audience.

Recent development in world economic and geopolitical background has triggered a number of world advanced technology, among which Blockchain technology (distributed ledger technology) has withdrawn increasing attention from global heavyweights such as Microsoft, Goldman Sachs and Amazon. Its application has expanded across a number of territories and industries ranging from financial services, public notary to entertainment areas.